chorrie

British

/ ˈtʃɒrɪ /

noun

informal a dilapidated old car

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Etymology

Origin of chorrie

C20: from Afrikaans tjor a crock

Example Sentences

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Chorrie Thompson, 46, of Ashcombe Park, Neasden, has been charged with trespass on a protected site and possession of a blade in a public place.

From BBC

Their 4-1-4-1 formation might just have what it takes to smother their opponents, so if they can somehow chorrie a goal – they have only 16 from 13 in the league – then they’re in business.

From The Guardian

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